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Thelma Handelong Obituary

Thelma M. Handelong, 72 of Allentown died on February 28, 2018 at home. Thelma was born in Plainfield Twp. daughter of the late Samuel and Lucy (Teel) Handelong. Thelma worked in the Produce Department at Weiss Market for over 10 years. Survivors: Her sister Lucille L. Lambert wife of James of Allentown, brother Thomas W. Handelong husband of Kathy of Nazareth, nieces and nephews. Predeceased by five brothers. Service: Graveside Service at the convenience of the family. Funeral arrangements are by the Sell-Herron Funeral Home in Allentown. Contributions: To an animal charity of your choice.

Published by Morning Call on Mar. 3, 2018.
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May you finally Rest In Peace. I've known you my hole life and l can honestly say you were like an aunt i never had. I will never forget you And i'll miss you dearly. A peice of me left when you did. Im sorry that you had to go alone, i wish i could of been there for you. It's hurts that I wasn't since i was always there when you needed me. I love you till we met again. R.i.p Thelma

Tiffany Fluck

March 4, 2018

I will always love you like you were my sister and you will never be forgotten.

Donna Marcks

March 4, 2018

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